8 Days in Dubai: A Journey of Adventure and Luxury

Ananya Nanda

13 Dec 2023

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day adventure in Dubai, where ancient marvels meet modern luxury. Explore vibrant markets, indulge in world-class shopping, experience thrilling waterparks, and savor exquisite cuisines. Get ready for a journey filled with excitement, culture, and breathtaking experiences.

Trip to Dubai

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Viator

Day 1Discovering the Vibrant Markets and Iconic Mall

$395

$ 18

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

33 - 40 min

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Serving you home-cooked goodness, great coffee, and various fresh off-the-kitchen comfort food. Now Open at The Dubai Mall.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$90

1 - 2 min

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Huge shopping and leisure centre, with department stores, plus an ice rink, aquarium and a cinema.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

8 - 12 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$90

6 - 9 min

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Winter sports indoor attraction for families using real ice, plus coaching & classes.

3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

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$90

4 - 5 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$125

Day 2Aquatic Thrills and Exquisite Dining

$825

$ 27

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

11 - 14 min

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Ayamna is a destination that invites us to revive our priceless memories and to feed our passion for authentic Lebanese delicacies, served within intimate settings surrounded by family and loved ones.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$70

7 - 10 min

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Vast water park with zip lines, slides through shark-filled lagoons & a splash area for kids.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$250

6 - 9 min

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The legendary Nobu continues to redefine Japanese cuisine at Atlantis. Nobu offers an exquisite dining experience in a stunning atmosphere.

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$110

13 - 20 min

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Atlantis-themed aquarium with underwater halls & tunnels housing marine life, plus feeding sessions.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$155

28 - 34 min

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Circuit for fast car & superbike races also used for experience days, karting & corporate events.

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

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$125

24 - 36 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$115

Day 3Skydiving, Gardens, and Authentic Flavors

$755

$ 45

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

26 - 32 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$75

12 - 17 min

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Skydiving center offering tandem parachuting along with photos & video, plus gyrocopter tours.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$310

24 - 29 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$115

6 - 8 min

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Vibrant garden with floral creations such as a life-size airplane, topiary animals & a heart tunnel.

2:00 PM - 5:30 PM

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$130

8 - 10 min

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Zaatar w Zeit is an urban casual Lebanese eatery

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$125

Day 4Adventure at Legoland® and Butterfly Garden

$565

$ 54

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

46 - 56 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$65

28 - 34 min

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Theme park with Lego-inspired rides for kids, plus a factory tour, pedal boats & light show.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$250

33 - 40 min

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Zaatar w Zeit is an urban casual Lebanese eatery

1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$125

8 - 10 min

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Ten climate-controlled domes housing over 50 different types of butterfly at this family attraction.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$60

12 - 15 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$65

Day 5From Burj Khalifa to Underwater Wonders

$925

$ 36

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

34 - 41 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$65

12 - 18 min

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Spired 828-metre skyscraper with a viewing deck, a restaurant, a hotel and offices.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$235

9 - 14 min

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Marine animal encounters & feedings, plus an underwater tunnel under a huge tank with sharks & rays.

11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$155

14 - 17 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$100

12 - 17 min

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Sizable indoor destination with dolphin & seal shows, interactive experiences & an Asian restaurant.

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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$125

9 - 11 min

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Unique, 150-m-tall building resembling a picture frame, with historic displays & panoramic views.

5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

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$125

9 - 14 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$120

Day 6Excitement at IMG Worlds and Wildlife Safari

$645

$ 54

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

38 - 46 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$65

20 - 24 min

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Large indoor amusement park offering rides, eateries & shows with Cartoon Network & Marvel themes.

9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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$215

24 - 29 min

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1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

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$115

12 - 15 min

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3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$155

8 - 10 min

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7:30 PM - 9:00 PM

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$95

Day 7Exploring Culture, Golfing, and Enchanting Gardens

$537

$ 62

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

54 - 65 min

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7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$75

6 - 8 min

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Educational aquarium spread over 2 floors with 20 separate tanks & nearly 100 different species.

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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$63

24 - 29 min

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Waterfront 18-hole course centered on a striking, sail-like clubhouse, with city skyline views.

11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

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$94

13 - 16 min

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2:30 PM - 4:00 PM

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$90

4 - 5 min

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Elaborate, whimsical flower & animal displays constructed out of handmade colourful lights.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$90

5 - 6 min

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7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$125

Day 8Beach Bliss and Thrilling Waterpark Adventures

$670

$ 27

Sofitel Dubai The Palm

Depart from your stay 🏨

25 - 30 min

Directions

Beachside Signature Mediterranean Dining.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$85

4 - 6 min

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Aquatic roller coasters & surfing wave machine in outdoor water park with pools, slides & tunnels.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$185

11 - 14 min

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This branch is now closed

12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

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$120

9 - 14 min

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Indoor ski center with a mountain motif & snow for year-round skiing & snowboarding.

2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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$185

4 - 6 min

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The Cheesecake Factory (تشيز كيك فاكتوري)

The Cheesecake Factory created the upscale casual dining segment in 1978 with the opening of its first restaurant in Beverly Hills, California and now even with more than 200 locations, The Cheesecake Factory restaurants are just as unique today as they were back then!

7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

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$95

Budget breakdown: $5635 In total

Activities & Food:$5317

Transport:$319